Don’t Say No to Thomas: Graph Tech Guitar Labs Launches Barrel Knobs for Ratio Machine Heads

January 12, 2025

Delta, BC, Canada, December 2024 –

When Thomas Nordegg speaks, we listen. That’s how Graph Tech Guitar Labs proudly introduces its latest addition to the Ratio Machine Heads family: Barrel Knobs. At Thomas’s request, these barrel-style tuning buttons bring a fresh look and feel to the Ratio system, offering players a new way to personalize their instruments. Known for his work with rock legends like Frank Zappa and Steve Vai, Thomas, a long-time fan of Ratio Machine Heads, saw an opportunity to enhance the system’s ergonomic design, and we were happy to make it a reality.

Thomas, a long-time fan of Ratio Machine Heads, approached us with the idea of creating barrel-style tuning buttons to provide an alternative option for players seeking a fresh look and feel. Designed to integrate seamlessly with the Ratio system, these knobs combine ergonomic comfort with understated style, giving players another way to personalize their instruments.

Now Available as a Standalone Option

https://graphtech.com/products/buttons-ratio-machine-heads-barrel-type

For the first time, players can order tuning knobs separately from the Ratio Machine Heads. If you already own Ratio Machine Heads, simply order the Barrel Knobs and swap them out for a fresh new look and feel—no need to replace the entire set.

Why Ratio Machine Heads?
Ratio Machine Heads are designed with gear ratios uniquely calibrated for each string, making tuning consistent and predictable across the fretboard. This innovative system simplifies fine-tuning and alternate tunings, saving time and improving accuracy.

What Barrel Knobs Bring to the Table: